William Peace University
Description
The Head Coach, Men’s & Women’s Cross Country and Assistant Coach, Softball is responsible for all aspects of planning, managing, and developing a successful intercollegiate Cross Country and Women’s Softball program in accordance with the standards and goals set by William Peace University.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Adhere to all applicable NCAA and University regulations that relate to recruiting, daily program management and operation of the individual sport.
- Recruit quality student-athletes by personal contact, phone and written correspondence with players, coaches, and parents.
- Evaluate ability of prospects in person or through videotape analysis.
- Make frequent off-campus trips to watch games/matches/meets.
- Arrange on-campus visits for prospective student athletes while ensuring compliance with NCAA guidelines for contacting and entertaining prospects.
- Coordinate roster goals annually with the Director of Athletics or their designee, ensuring alignment with enrollment goals of the University.
- Schedule games, practices, facility, and vehicle use in conjunction with the Director of Athletics and other WPU staff.
- Schedule, plan, and lead practices.
- Evaluate team and individual performance.
- Develop and implement strategies for motivating student athletes to perform at maximum levels as both individuals and as a team.
- Oversee, with the athletic trainer, a conditioning program to ensure that athletes are physically prepared for competition.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized college/university.
- Valid driver’s license.
- AED, CPR and First Aid certification per NCAA regulations. All registrations are required by the NCAA and USA South Athletic Conference.